High Reach Forklift Driver

Lineage•Gadsden, AL

About The Position

The High Reach Forklift Driver uses a stand-up reach forklift to move products, equipment, and materials while following regulatory and company safety standards, policies, and procedures. The role includes placing and retrieving palletized units in rack locations above floor height, preparing goods for outbound shipment, and recording product information using a Radio Frequency (RF) system. The driver also performs daily equipment checks and helps maintain and charge forklift batteries. The position may involve working with other machinery and material handling equipment. Work may take place in cold storage temperatures as low as -20°F/-25°C or in dry storage temperatures up to 100°F/37°C. Company-provided personal protective equipment and freezer gear are worn as applicable. The role requires the ability to lift at least 40 pounds, work amid varying noise levels, and accommodate a flexible schedule and shift, including weekends if needed. Lineage describes this role as an opportunity to begin a career path within the company, with potential for increased responsibilities and promotions. The company emphasizes team member development, engagement, respect, and care.

Requirements

Basic math skills.
Ability to understand instructions in the country's official language or as defined by Lineage Logistics.
Ability to work in temperatures as low as -20°F/-25°C in cold storage sites or up to 100°F/37°C in dry storage sites while wearing company-provided personal protective equipment and freezer gear.
Ability to lift a minimum of 40 pounds/18 kilograms; actual weight may be greater depending on the facility.
Ability to work a flexible work schedule and shift, including weekends if needed.
Comfort with varying noise levels, which can sometimes be loud.

Responsibilities

Use a stand-up reach forklift to move products, equipment, and materials while following safety standards, policies, and procedures.
Put away palletized units by lifting forks to place them in racks above floor height.
Pick palletized units from rack locations above floor height and prepare them for outbound shipment.
Select and record food-item materials, weight, counts, and condition using a Radio Frequency (RF) system.
Load and unload materials on and off pallets, skids, or lifting devices.
Complete the daily forklift maintenance/check sheet.
Monitor battery charge, maintain and clean batteries, and leave material handling equipment at the proper charging station.
Work with other machinery and material handling equipment.